Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi in the Maldives, the first opening reviewed in this guide
    New Hotel Openings · 2026

    New luxury hotels opening in 2026, ranked and reviewed

    Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi in the Maldives is the most anticipated luxury hotel opening of 2026. If you want to check in now, Capella Kyoto opened on 22 March 2026 and The Lake Como EDITION opened in March 2026.

    By Jack Williamson·April 2026·18 min read

    Rates checked 24 August 2026

    The short answer

    Top pick: Aman Beverly Hills. Aman Beverly Hills, Rosewood Sicily and Six Senses Telluride are the three most anticipated luxury hotel openings of 2026. Book the first ninety days for opening rates of $1,200–$2,500 per night before standard pricing kicks in.

    Hotels Reviewed
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    Price Range
    $900 – $3,500+ /nt
    Open Now
    2 (Capella, EDITION)
    Last Updated
    April 2026
    Quick Answer

    The single most anticipated opening of 2026 is Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi in the Maldives. If you want to check in right now, Capella Kyoto opened on 22 March 2026 and is already receiving exceptional reviews. For the best new luxury hotel in Italy open today, The Lake Como EDITION opened in March 2026 and its floating pool is already one of the most photographed hotel amenities in Europe.

    2026 is a generational year for luxury hotel openings. Not since 2019 has the pipeline contained this many high-significance addresses opening simultaneously. What separates this year from a typical new hotel roundup is the calibre of the real estate involved.

    A 14th century Venetian Gothic palazzo that has hosted Proust, Dickens and Wagner. Admiralty Arch at the junction of The Mall and Trafalgar Square. A private island in the Maldives under Bvlgari. The first Four Seasons on a Greek island. The common thread is that each of these properties should have become a great hotel long before now. In 2026 they finally will be.

    Important Before You Book

    Two properties on this list are fully open and accepting bookings today: Capella Kyoto and The Lake Como EDITION. Both can be booked through Booking.com. For all other hotels, confirm opening dates directly with the official website before booking flights or making non-refundable commitments.

    All 10 Hotels at a Glance

    # Hotel Location Est. Price Status Key USP Book
    01 Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi Raa Atoll, Maldives From $3,500 Opening 2026 54 villas, private island villa, Niko Romito dining Book
    02 Four Seasons Mykonos Mykonos, Greece From $2,800 Opening Summer 2026 First Four Seasons on a Greek island, 30+ pool suites Book
    03 Capella Kyoto Kyoto, Japan From $1,800 Open Now Kengo Kuma design, SoNoMa by SingleThread, private onsen Book
    04 Orient Express Venice Venice, Italy From $2,200 Opening 2026 15th century palazzo, private Grand Canal arrival Book
    05 Waldorf Astoria Admiralty Arch London, UK From $1,500 Opening 2026 Grade I listed, views down The Mall to Buckingham Palace Book
    06 Rosewood Blue Palace, Crete Crete, Greece From $1,400 Opening 2026 85 of 154 rooms with private pools, Asaya Spa Book
    07 The Lake Como EDITION Lake Como, Italy From $1,600 Open Now Floating pool over the lake, Mauro Colagreco dining Book
    08 Six Senses London London, UK From $900 Opening 2026 Six Senses longevity clinic in central London Book
    09 Amanvari, Baja California Baja California, Mexico From $3,000 Opening Spring 2026 Aman's first Mexico property, Sea of Cortez Book
    10 Danieli, A Four Seasons, Venice Venice, Italy From $2,500 Opening 2026 700 years of history, Four Seasons service, lagoon terrace Book
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    Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi

    Raa Atoll, Maldives · 45 min seaplane from Malé · Opening 2026

    Opening 2026 Italian Luxury Private Island Villa

    Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi, whose name translates as Little Gold Island in Maldivian, is the most anticipated luxury hotel opening anywhere in the world in 2026. Set across 50 pristine acres of Raa Atoll, this is Bvlgari's tenth hotel globally and only its second resort. ACPV ARCHITECTS has created 54 villas: 33 beachfront villas each with a private pool, 20 overwater villas and the exclusive Bvlgari Villa on its own entirely separate private island.

    Four signature restaurants anchor the property: Il Ristorante by three Michelin star chef Niko Romito, Chinese fine dining at Bao Li Xuan, Japanese cuisine at Hoseki and beachside La Spiaggia. For anyone searching for the best overwater villa opening in 2026, this is the definitive answer.

    Why It Stands Out

    • Only 54 villas across 50 acres giving genuine exclusivity
    • Bvlgari Villa on its own entirely separate private island
    • Il Ristorante by three Michelin star chef Niko Romito
    • ACPV Architects design bringing Italian craftsmanship to every element
    • Raa Atoll location with excellent year-round marine life

    Worth Knowing

    • Opening date subject to change so confirm before booking flights
    • Will be among the most expensive resorts in the Maldives
    • No guest reviews yet as track record is still to be established
    Best Time to Visit the Maldives Raa Atoll · Bvlgari Ranfushi
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    Shoulder: good value Apr and Nov

    Wildlife: whale sharks & mantas May to Oct

    Low Season: 30 to 50% off Jul to Sep

    Best overall: Jan to Mar · Whale sharks & manta rays: May to Oct (Raa Atoll has excellent year-round marine life) · Book 9 months ahead for opening year stays and Christmas/New Year

    From $3,500/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    Four Seasons Resort Mykonos

    Kalo Livadi Bay, Mykonos, Greece · Opening Summer 2026

    Opening Summer 2026 First Greek Island Four Seasons

    The first ever Four Seasons on a Greek island opens above Kalo Livadi Bay in summer 2026. Sprawling across 15 cliffside acres, the 94 rooms and suites cascade toward a private beach with more than 30 suites having their own private plunge pools.

    Why It Stands Out

    • First ever Four Seasons on a Greek island
    • 94 rooms cascading above Kalo Livadi Bay with private beach
    • More than 30 suites with private plunge pools
    • Four restaurants, two infinity pools, hillside spa
    • Cycladic architecture by renowned Greek architect Nicos Valsamakis

    Worth Knowing

    • Opening summer 2026 so confirm exact dates before finalising travel
    • Mykonos peak season is extremely busy and expensive
    • Will command the highest nightly rate in Mykonos
    Best Time to Visit Mykonos Greece · Four Seasons Resort Mykonos
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    Peak: Jun to Sep, hot and sunny (28 to 32°C)

    Shoulder: Apr/May, Oct (warm, fewer crowds)

    Low: Mar, Nov (mild, limited facilities)

    Avoid: Dec to Feb (most hotels close entirely)

    Sweet spot: May or September · Warm weather but a fraction of August crowds · Four Seasons opens summer 2026 so first guests will be peak season arrivals · Most Mykonos luxury hotels closed entirely Nov to Mar

    From $2,800/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    Capella Kyoto

    Miyagawa-cho, Kyoto, Japan · Opened 22 March 2026

    Open Now Kengo Kuma Design Private Onsen Suites

    Capella Kyoto opened on 22 March 2026 at the precise moment cherry blossom season reached its peak. Built by Kengo Kuma and Associates, the 89 rooms surround a serene central courtyard. Six Onsen Suites include private traditional bathing.

    SoNoMa by SingleThread is a 12-seat counter experience created with the three Michelin star restaurant from Sonoma, California. The Auriga Spa's underground waterfall chamber is already being described by early guests as one of the great spa experiences in Asia.

    Why It Stands Out

    • Designed by legendary architect Kengo Kuma
    • Steps from Kenninji Temple and the geisha district of Gion
    • SoNoMa by SingleThread dining with three Michelin star pedigree
    • Underground waterfall chamber spa
    • Six private Onsen Suites

    Worth Knowing

    • Cherry blossom season books out six months ahead
    • Miyagawa-cho is very busy during peak seasons
    • Among the most expensive hotels in Japan

    "I have stayed at luxury hotels in Japan for fifteen years and nothing has come close to this. The spa alone justifies the trip."

    Hospitality Net, March 2026

    Best Time to Visit Kyoto Japan · Capella Kyoto
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    Peak: Apr/May (cherry blossom) and Oct/Nov (autumn foliage)

    Shoulder: Mar (plum blossom), Sep (warm, less crowded)

    Low: Jan/Feb/Dec (cold, quiet, best prices)

    Avoid: Jun to Aug (rainy season, extreme heat 32°C+)

    Cherry blossom peak: late March to early April · Capella Kyoto opened 22 March 2026 at peak sakura season · Autumn foliage peak: mid to late November · Gion Matsuri festival: all of July · Book 6+ months ahead for April and November stays

    From $1,800/night · Approximate. Check Booking.com for live rates.
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    Now Open in Kyoto · March 2026

    Capella Kyoto is open and accepting reservations now

    Kengo Kuma architecture, SoNoMa by SingleThread dining. From $1,800/night.

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    Orient Express Palazzo Donà Giovannelli

    Cannaregio, Venice, Italy · Opening 2026

    Orient Express Palazzo Dona Giovannelli
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    Photo: Orient Express Palazzo Donà Giovannelli
    Opening 2026 15th Century Palazzo

    The Palazzo Donà Giovannelli is a 15th century palazzo on the Grand Canal transformed into 47 rooms and suites by designer Aline Asmar D'Amman, who worked with original frescoes and a 19th century octagonal staircase. Guests arrive by private boat. With only 47 rooms, this is among the most intimate luxury openings in Venice since Aman opened there in 2013.

    Why It Stands Out

    • Arrival by private boat directly on the Grand Canal
    • Original 15th century frescoes throughout the suites
    • 19th century octagonal staircase as centrepiece
    • Only 47 rooms delivering genuinely intimate scale
    • Cannaregio: quieter than San Marco yet close to everything

    Worth Knowing

    • Venice acqua alta flooding is a seasonal consideration
    • Opening date subject to change
    • Cannaregio is slightly further from Rialto and St Mark's
    Best Time to Visit Venice Italy · Orient Express and Danieli Four Seasons
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    Peak: Apr/May and Sep/Oct (ideal temps, manageable crowds)

    Shoulder: Feb (Carnival), Mar, Jun

    Low: Jan, Nov/Dec (atmospheric, flooding risk)

    Avoid: Jul/Aug (extreme crowds, heat, canal odour)

    Venice Carnival: February (spectacular but very busy) · Venice Film Festival: late Aug/early Sep · Acqua alta flooding risk: October to January · Best months overall: April, May, September, October

    From $2,200/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch

    The Mall, London, UK · Opening 2026

    Opening 2026 Grade I Listed Hilton Honors

    Admiralty Arch is arguably the most recognisable unhotelified landmark in London. The Grade I listed Edwardian structure opens as a Waldorf Astoria in 2026. Suites overlooking The Mall toward Buckingham Palace will offer the finest view in the capital.

    Why It Stands Out

    • Most historically significant hotel conversion in London
    • Suites with direct views down The Mall to Buckingham Palace
    • Grade I listed Edwardian architecture preserved
    • Hilton Honors points eligible
    • Between Trafalgar Square and St James's Park

    Worth Knowing

    • Will command the highest nightly rates of any London hotel
    • Opening date has shifted previously
    • No guest rooms inside the arch structure itself
    Best Time to Visit London UK · Waldorf Admiralty Arch and Six Senses London
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    Peak: May to Sep (warmest, longest days, most events)

    Shoulder: Mar/Apr, Oct, Dec (manageable crowds, festive in Dec)

    Low: Jan/Feb, Nov (cold but hotel rates at their lowest)

    London is a year-round destination · State ceremonies on The Mall: most common May to Jun · Chelsea Flower Show: May · Wimbledon: late Jun/early Jul · Royal events frequently use the Admiralty Arch processional route

    From $1,500/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    Rosewood Blue Palace, Crete

    Mirabello Bay, Elounda, Crete, Greece · Opening 2026

    Opening 2026 K-Studio Design 85 Pool Suites

    Under Rosewood's A Sense of Place philosophy, Rosewood Blue Palace becomes something significantly more ambitious in 2026. Of 154 rooms and suites, 85 include private pools. The Rosewood Asaya Spa delivers full holistic wellness programming.

    Why It Stands Out

    • 85 of 154 rooms include private pools
    • Rosewood Asaya Spa with full wellness programming
    • K-Studio design rooted in Cretan materials
    • Six restaurants and bars
    • Private beach on Mirabello Bay

    Worth Knowing

    • Opening date subject to confirmation
    • Eastern Crete requires additional transfer from Heraklion
    • Peak season availability will be extremely limited
    Best Time to Visit Crete Greece · Rosewood Blue Palace
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    Peak: May/Jun and Sep (warm, pre/post crowds, 25 to 28°C)

    Shoulder: Apr, Jul/Aug (hot 30 to 35°C, busy), Oct

    Low: Mar, Nov (mild, some closures)

    Avoid: Dec to Feb (most luxury Crete resorts closed)

    Most eastern Crete luxury resorts close Oct/Nov and reopen Apr/May · Peak temperature Jul/Aug: 30 to 35°C · Elounda area has calm sheltered water ideal for swimming May to Oct · Sweet spot: late May or early June

    From $1,400/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    The Lake Como EDITION

    Cadenabbia, Lake Como, Italy · Opened March 2026

    Open Now Floating Pool Mauro Colagreco

    The Lake Como EDITION opened in March 2026 in a restored 19th century palazzo in Cadenabbia. The centrepiece floating pool extends directly over the lake and is already one of the most photographed hotel amenities in Europe.

    Cetino, Mauro Colagreco's first restaurant in Italy, and Italy's second Longevity Spa deliver advanced biohacking programmes and Blue Zone inspired rituals.

    Why It Stands Out

    • Floating pool extending directly over Lake Como
    • Cetino by three Michelin star Mauro Colagreco
    • Italy's second Longevity Spa
    • Neri and Hu design in an 1830 palazzo
    • Cadenabbia: quieter than Bellagio with direct views

    Worth Knowing

    • Lake Como is extremely crowded Jul/Aug
    • Cadenabbia has limited local dining beyond the hotel
    • 148 rooms gives a more hotel than boutique feel

    "Edition Como Lake is a wonderful surprise and sets a very high standard for a luxury hotel on Lake Como."

    TripAdvisor, January 2026

    Best Time to Visit Lake Como Italy · The Lake Como EDITION
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    Peak: May/Jun (wisteria, warm, pre-crowds) and Sep/Oct (quieter, still warm)

    Shoulder: Mar/Apr (cool, blooming), Jul/Aug (hot, very crowded)

    Low: Nov (quiet, some closures beginning)

    Avoid: Dec to Feb (most hotels and restaurants close entirely)

    Wisteria season: mid-April to early May (unique to Lake Como, extraordinarily beautiful) · Lake Como EDITION opened March 2026 · July/August: over 10,000 visitors per day in major towns · September and October offer warm water with dramatically fewer crowds

    From $1,600/night · Approximate. Check Booking.com for live rates.
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    Now Open on Lake Como

    The Lake Como EDITION is open and accepting bookings now

    Floating pool, Mauro Colagreco dining, Longevity Spa. Best months: May/June and September/October.

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    Six Senses London

    Whiteley's, Bayswater, London · Opening 2026

    Opening 2026 Longevity Clinic Urban Wellness

    Six Senses London is the brand's first urban wellness hotel in the UK, located within the reimagined Whiteley's building in Bayswater. At an estimated $900 per night it is the most accessible entry point into brand name luxury wellness on this list.

    Why It Stands Out

    • Full Six Senses longevity clinic and spa in central London
    • Historic Whiteley's building sensitively restored
    • Hyde Park directly accessible
    • Most accessible price point on this list
    • Six Senses signature wellness philosophy fully represented

    Worth Knowing

    • Urban setting cannot replicate remote Six Senses properties
    • Bayswater is not London's most prestigious neighbourhood
    • Opening date subject to change
    Best Time to Visit London UK · Waldorf Admiralty Arch and Six Senses London
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    Peak: May to Sep (warmest, longest days, most events)

    Shoulder: Mar/Apr, Oct, Dec (manageable crowds, festive in Dec)

    Low: Jan/Feb, Nov (cold but hotel rates at their lowest)

    London is a year-round destination · State ceremonies on The Mall: most common May to Jun · Chelsea Flower Show: May · Wimbledon: late Jun/early Jul · Royal events frequently use the Admiralty Arch processional route

    From $900/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    Amanvari, Baja California

    East Cape, Baja California Sur, Mexico · Opening Spring 2026

    Opening Spring 2026 Aman's First Mexico Sea of Cortez

    Aman has 34 properties worldwide and none have been in Mexico until Amanvari. The East Cape of Baja California Sur sits at the meeting point of the Sonoran Desert and the Sea of Cortez. Manta rays, whale sharks, dolphins, blue whales and sea lions all inhabit these waters.

    Why It Stands Out

    • Aman's first ever property in Mexico
    • Sea of Cortez: world's most biodiverse marine environment
    • Architecture designed to merge into the desert landscape
    • Whale sharks, manta rays, blue whales accessible
    • Complete privacy delivering authentic Aman DNA

    Worth Knowing

    • Remote location requiring dedicated travel via Los Cabos
    • Will be among Aman's most expensive properties
    • East Cape infrastructure is limited beyond the resort
    Best Time to Visit Baja California Mexico · Amanvari
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    Peak: Nov to Apr (dry season, 22 to 28°C, excellent sea conditions)

    Shoulder: May/Jun, Oct (warm, transitional)

    Avoid: Jul to Sep (hurricane season, extreme heat, rough seas)

    Whale shark season in Sea of Cortez: Oct to Apr · Blue whale migration: Jan to Mar · Manta rays: year-round, peak Oct to Apr · Hurricane season Jul to Sep: Amanvari will likely limit access during this period

    From $3,000/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    Danieli, A Four Seasons Hotel, Venice

    Riva degli Schiavoni, Venice, Italy · Opening 2026

    Hotel Danieli A Four Seasons Hotel Venice — building
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    Photo: Danieli, A Four Seasons Hotel, Venice
    Opening 2026 700 Years of History Lagoon Views

    The Hotel Danieli has welcomed guests since 1822 in a 14th century Venetian Gothic palazzo. Now Danieli, A Four Seasons Hotel, brings the brand's service infrastructure to 212 rooms in one of the most architecturally extraordinary buildings in European hotel history. The rooftop terrace bar overlooking the lagoon toward San Giorgio Maggiore remains one of the genuinely great views in European hospitality.

    Why It Stands Out

    • 700 years of history, most storied address in Venice
    • Rooftop terrace with lagoon views to San Giorgio Maggiore
    • Four Seasons service standard applied to a historical icon
    • Byzantine Gothic palazzo unlike anywhere else
    • Riva degli Schiavoni, finest waterfront address in Venice

    Worth Knowing

    • Will be among Italy's most expensive hotels
    • Opening date has shifted before
    • Venice acqua alta flooding is a seasonal reality
    Best Time to Visit Venice Italy · Orient Express and Danieli Four Seasons
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    Peak: Apr/May and Sep/Oct (ideal temps, manageable crowds)

    Shoulder: Feb (Carnival), Mar, Jun

    Low: Jan, Nov/Dec (atmospheric, flooding risk)

    Avoid: Jul/Aug (extreme crowds, heat, canal odour)

    Venice Carnival: February (spectacular but very busy) · Venice Film Festival: late Aug/early Sep · Acqua alta flooding risk: October to January · Best months overall: April, May, September, October

    From $2,500/night (est.) · Estimated. Confirm directly with the hotel.
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi in the Maldives is the most anticipated luxury hotel opening of 2026 globally. Set across 50 acres of Raa Atoll with 54 villas, a private island residence and four signature restaurants including Il Ristorante by three Michelin star chef Niko Romito, it brings Italian high jewellery craftsmanship to the Indian Ocean for the first time.

    Two properties on this list are fully open and accepting reservations today. Capella Kyoto opened on 22 March 2026 in the historic Miyagawa-cho district and is already receiving exceptional early reviews. The Lake Como EDITION also opened in March 2026 in a restored 19th century palazzo in Cadenabbia.

    Cherry blossom season from late March through mid April and autumn foliage from mid October through late November are the two peak times. Capella Kyoto opened on 22 March 2026 deliberately timed to coincide with cherry blossom season. Book 6+ months ahead for April and November stays.

    May through early June and September through October are the best times. May brings wisteria season and warm weather before peak crowds. July and August see over 10,000 daily visitors in major towns. Most Lake Como hotels close December through February.

    Aman Kyoto is about withdrawal from the city in a forest garden north of Kyoto. Capella Kyoto is about immersion in Kyoto's most culturally alive neighbourhood, steps from Kenninji Temple and the geisha district of Gion. Capella has stronger dining through SoNoMa by SingleThread and 89 rooms versus Aman's 26 pavilions.

    Bvlgari Resort Ranfushi in the Maldives is the strongest honeymoon choice on this list once it opens. For cultural depth, Capella Kyoto is open now. The Orient Express Venice offers the most romantic arrival in Europe. For Mediterranean summer, the Four Seasons Mykonos above a private beach will become a top address once open.

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    My Verdict

    Which 2026 Opening Should You Book Right Now?

    If money is not a constraint, register interest in Bvlgari Ranfushi immediately. If you want to check in now, Capella Kyoto and The Lake Como EDITION are both open, exceptional and taking bookings today.

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